Author: Steven J. Palermo: Suffolk County Long Island Personal Injury Law Firm
Two Queens men killed in crash on eastbound Southern State Parkway
Each year there are thousands of motor vehicle accidents on Long Island’s Southern State Parkway. A recent study conducted by the New York State Department Of Transportation revealed that it is among the most dangerous roads in all of New York State. But it doesn’t take a DOT study for Long Islanders to know just how dangerous it is to travel on the Southern State Parkway.
Just this weekend two teenagers, Joseph Kelly and Justin Johnson lost their lives in a car accident on the Southern State Parkway. Kelly, who was operating the vehicle, lost control when he was unable to negotiate a bend in the road. Speed may have been a factor in the accident. Read More
So what can you do to protect yourself on dangerous roads? First, if at all possible use different roadways to reach your destination. However, as the Southern State Parkway is a main artery for Long Island, this is not always possible.
So, if you should find yourself using the Parkway make sure to always be alert. Distracted driving is never a good idea, but is extremely dangerous on the Southern State Parkway. Read More
Finally, keep an eye out for potholes. These hazards can cause a tire blow out that can lead to an accident. Keeping these tips in mind should greatly reduce your risk of an accident on the Southern State Parkway and help ensure that you arrive safely at your destination.